I think the worst incidents are going too far (riots, violence, etc). But that is the 1% of “the movement” that makes for good entertainer journalism. Peaceful protests, yard signs, and local ballot measures are boring and don’t get clicks.
you mean law literally, or figuratively? Harsh, and swift police reaction is in many cases unlawful. It is very easy for police to infringe on someone’s rights. And just like anything else, opportunists will always be looking to take advantage of perceived weaknesses- looting, vandalism, etc.
I mean literally although I acknowledge that it’s extremely hard to do so since most innocent participants(legit protestors) will be caught in the crossfire if the riot squad were to engage with the real rioters and looters.
But it can be possible given a well trained squad. I would like to hear @marine77 's POV since I don’t know what’s really going on, nor do I know much about the training of the riot squad and their actual tactics used in the US although the ones where I live will go though a mandatory course with the military.
This was a seminal moment in our nation’s history, and the reason why its a HARD no to opening fore on even individuals within a crowded protest: Kent State shootings - Wikipedia
Militarizing police and using them against citizens is a real big no-no ad it’s a big leap towards authoritarian rule and leads only to more violence. The whole reason for guns rights here (so they say) is to be able to fight back against government tyranny… Like a militarized police force effectively prohibiting peaceful protest by association.
It’s not easy believe me but we’ve seen time and again even blatantly justified u.o.f. is met with political scum and their hive minded constituents going full retard and rioting.
My “defense” of him is founded on principles… Something leftists / liberals seem to be completely void of.
Your opinion of myself or other police is irrelevant to me. You speak from the safety and anonymity of a computer or phone. Sorry… Not going to apologize or feel wrong for thanking people that are providing help where needed. Perhaps you’d feel differently if your home or livelihood were reduced to ash by low IQ vermin. Do you actually own property or a home / business ?
Also… This was an incredibly violent, chaotic and rapidly changing situation. Its very likely those police had no idea what had or what was going to transpire. But far be it from libs to actually consider context / circumstances. Rittenhouse made numerous attempts to place distance between himself and his assailants. Too bad they got aired out by a better trained person.
He also eradicated a child raping piece of shit. Win / win.
A person defending himself from 3 violent retards is the same as that pedophile dwarf he waxed ? Impressive mental gymnastics.
He just killed someone in self defense. You have the right to shoot someone trying to unlawfully subdue you. And no one knew he was 17 until later.
He turned himself in immediately after.
If he acted in self defense, the other charges won’t stick. I don’t think you can be charged with illegal possession of a firearm if you used it legally.
I don’t think the cops necessarily want armed people who support them to be around them as it can make things worse. However, when the other side is calling you murderers, scum, evil as well as assaulting you, it would be hard to not show some appreciation.
Would I be right in saying it was a better idea to bring in actual military trained guys to handle the situation especially when it come to safety of the crowd?
I believe it means their weaponry and equipment becomes similar to the military, and their rules of engagement and tactics become similar to what they would be in an occupied country.
I don’t think so. What should be done is altering the areas where people are protesting to make it difficult for them to do as much damage as they do. Put up barriers to keep them confined to certain areas. Make the streets narrower.
Fyi, rittenhouse admitted he gave his stimulus check to a buddy in wisconsin who was 18, so he could buy it as rittenhouse knew he himself couldn’t because of age. He will 100% be convicted of the underage possession charge.
Probably. I would also be surprised if he isn’t convicted of the menacing charge (felony?). Either way, would likely get time served if those were the only convictions. Hes fucked at civil trial regardless though.
Poor people don’t get sued. And in a civil trial it would be even easier to plead self defense. Zimmerman was never sued by Trayvon’s family. He sued them.
Been both military and law enforcement. “Militarization” is typically used by grossly uninformed types that wouldn’t know an AR from a toaster or an Abrams from a rickshaw.
We had geniuses claiming they saw tanks in Ferguson ffs.
Out department; St Louis metropolitan, is grossly under equipped. No AR’s in patrol vehicles.
Armored vehicles are not signs of militarization. We get shot at. Often. We have no belt fed or crew served weapons. Don’t use full auto.